"I had a 1953 Packard Mayfair, a similar car. The engine in this one is a 359 C.I., not 329, and has seven main bearings. It was the second most powerful straight eight ever made, and 1954 was the last year anyone made a straight eight. This car can be restored, however it will take time and money. The biggest expense is having the grill rechromed. There is a lot of it! The brake system is Bendix, and parts are easily available. The Ultramatic transmission is reliable, but finding someone to…"
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